Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is both a double boarded Clinical Psychologist and a Clinical Sleep Specialist. He has the distinction of also being a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Breus is the author of five non-fiction books, with his newest (2025), Sleep, Drink, Breathe: Wellness is Too Complicated, giving an easy-to-follow 3-week program to teach people how simple biobehaviors are the foundation for wellness.
Dr. Breus has been both consultant and lecturer for brands and organizations like Hastens, Purple Mattress, OURA Ring, Princess Cruise Lines, Advil PM, Breathe Rite, Crowne Plaza Hotels, Merck (Belsomra), BOSE, iHome, Young Presidents Organization, AT&T, Tony Robbins (Unleash the Power), hospitals and medical centers, financial organizations, and many more. Dr. Breus has been in private practice as a sleep doctor for nearly 25 years and currently lives in Hermosa Beach, California.
Expert Sleep Advice, One Episode at a Time
You deserve great sleep. The Sleep Doctor, Michael J. Breus, PhD, is here to help. Season 1 drops August 19.

In a new podcast from Lemonada Media and Sleep Doctor, Dr. Breus and his expert guests break down key sleep concepts and offer practical advice for the common struggles that keep you up at night. Better in Bed with The Sleep Doctor will leave you with the tools you need to improve your sleep and wake up rested and ready.
About Dr. Michael Breus, PhD
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These expert-curated products are designed to support how you sleep.
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Sleep Doctor Home Sleep Study: Clinical-level, affordable sleep analysis from the comfort of your own bed
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Orion Sleep System: Active temperature regulation technology for your mattress to maintain an optimal sleep environment
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The Power of When: A book by Dr. Breus about chronotypes and learning to interpret them for different daily activities.
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NextSense Smart Ear Buds: These ear buds use EEG sensors to detect deep sleep and deliver gentle sound pulses to enhance restorative sleep.
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Sleep Doctor Sleep Coaching: A structured coaching program designed to identify what's disrupting your nights, and show you how to fix it